Premier doubles down on independents
Premier Jeremy Rockliff has ruled out accepting the support of the Greens to form government if the Liberal Party does not win a majority at Saturday’s election.
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Tassie parties bank $200k in first donation list
The first tranche of political donations to be revealed under Tasmania’s new disclosure rules have been made public by the Tasmanian Electoral Commission.
Rockliff, Winter trade barbs in leaders’ debate
Barbs were traded and shots fired in the only televised leaders’ debate between Jeremy Rockliff and Dean Winter as they debated stadium, healthcare, Spirits and crossbench deals. Who do you think won? VOTE IN OUR POLL
‘Everyone deserves to age with dignity’: Libs pledge boost for older Tasmanians
Older Tasmanians will receive more support to live at home or in assisted living, under a plan the Liberals have pledged to implement if re-elected on Saturday.
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‘Betrayal’: Lambie alarmed by ‘reckless’ NDIS cuts
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War of words erupt over $100 dining vouchers
The state government has condemned Labor after the suspension of a $100 hospitality voucher scheme because of the snap state election.
Young mum living in a tent choosing between a home or pet
One young Tasmanian living in a tent has had to choose between a home and a pet 15 months after an election promise to allow having pets in rentals. Her story.
Bridgewater Bridge demolition cost revealed
While the brand spanking new Bridgewater Bridge has opened to traffic, attention is turning to the old bridge. What happens next for the 79-year-old steel lift bridge.
‘Growth equals jobs’: Labor’s night time economy zone hailed
Labor has announced a plan for Salamanca at night to be as iconic as the local Saturday market. And one bar is already on board.
Plans for Tasmanian Anti-Corruption Commission unveiled
The Greens have plans to set up a new anti-corruption watchdog to replace the ‘toothless’ Integrity Commission. What they are proposing.
Enviro assessments crucial, Greens say, as Labor plans to streamline approvals
The two major parties have both claimed credit for a scheme to streamline environmental approvals for industry, with the Greens lashing the plan. The latest from the campaign trail.
Tasmanian farmers cry foul over rising council rates
Tasmania’s peak agricultural body has issued an urgent warning against rising council rates, with TasFarmers claiming recent price hikes threatened to push primary producers to the brink.
Libs promise greater access to ADHD diagnosis, treatment
Access to ADHD diagnoses and treatment options would be increased under a plan the Liberals say would cut waiting lists for paediatricians and psychologists and reduce medical costs.
New tech deemed a ‘godsend’ by Break O’Day mayor
A new $2m health diagnostic tool in regional Tasmania will be a lifesaver, say St Helens locals. How it will change the healthcare scene in the state’s east.
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